Matt Wieters admitted that he consciously would think about his surgically repaired throwing elbow during the first few days of spring training, so catching in his first game-like scenario in Sunday’s intrasquad game would be a true test.

Right-hander Jason Garcia, one of the Orioles’ two Rule 5 picks this spring, is considered a long shot to make the Opening Day roster, especially considering the number of relievers in camp and the fact that he hasn’t pitched above Low-A.

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GLENDALE, Ariz. — The sight of Chris Sale hobbling around Camelback Ranch with a heavily bandaged foot is something that could induce dread in any White Sox supporter who harbored hopes the club might be ready to contend.

The new medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder that Orioles first baseman Chris Davis has been approved to take this season is unlikely to be abused by players seeking an on-field edge, according to a medical expert.

The Everth Cabrera signing immediately raised questions about the way Orioles manager Buck Showalter will configure his infield roster, considering the speedy Cabrera is primarily a shortstop and the Orioles already have a full-time guy at that position.